How To Clean Sorel Boots
The methods necessary to clean your Sorel boots are determined by the type of material that is used for the boot’s exterior as well as the liner that is used for the boot’s interior. Boots made of waterproof leather, oiled leather, and suede all need to be cleaned in their own unique ways and demand additional attention as a result.
This tutorial provides detailed instructions on how to clean any and all varieties of Sorel boots, including the liners within them. To ensure that your boots are properly maintained, it is essential to follow the instructions that come with them, paying particular attention to the material that covers the boot’s upper.
How to Clean the Outside of Sorel Boots
When you know what type of Sorel footwear you have, cleaning the exterior of the boot is not difficult at all. Before you begin the process of cleaning your boot, you should first determine what kind of material is on the exterior of the shoe.
The boot will be made of one of the following materials:
- Waterproof leather
- Oiled leather
- Dry tanned leather
- Nubuck
- Suede leather
You can go to the Sorel web store and look for your shoe if you are unsure what kind of material your boot is made out of. The description of the product will include information on the material.
Once you have determined the sort of material that your boots are constructed from, you can proceed with the following methods for your boot type:
Waterproof Leather
Step 1: using a brush with medium bristles, clear away any dirt, dust, and other particles that may be present. The most effective brushes for cleaning leather are those that are made specifically for the purpose.
Step 2: Clean the exterior of the boot by wiping it down with a cloth that has been dampened with water that is room temperature.
Step 3: Put the boots in an area that is dry and cold and let them air dry for several hours.
Oiled Leather/Dry Tanned Leather
Step 1: is to wipe the outside of the boot clean using a dry cloth to remove any dirt, dust, and other particles that may be present.
Step 2: After soaking a clean cloth in leather cleaner, rub a small bit of the solution into the leather using the cloth.
Step 3: Apply the leather cleaner to the boot by pressing the cloth on the exterior leather in a circular motion in a gentle manner. Always work in a circular manner, and avoid applying excessive amounts of cleaning all at once.
Step 4: Wipe away any excess residue with a towel that has been dampened.
Step 5: Put the boots in a dry location where they can sit out in the air to dry for a few hours or overnight.
Nubuck/Suede Leather
First, remove any stubborn dirt, dust, and debris from the boot by brushing it with a gentle bristle brush. Brushes that have been specifically created for cleaning nubuck and suede are the most effective and safest to use for this task.
Because getting the leather material wet will alter its appearance, you should make every effort not to get the boot wet if it is at all possible.